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Natural Dyed Wool Table Runner, 'Natures Gifts'

Product ID: U10928

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Natural Dyed Wool Table Runner, 'Natures Gifts'

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This item is available for pre-order and will ship within 2 to 8 weeks. Learn More

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Shades found in the Mexican landscape will bring a touch of warmth to your table. Gregorio Ruiz colors wool using plant and mineral based dyes then hand looms each tapestry. Bring the beauty of mother earth's richest hues and the texture of woven wool into your home with this fair trade table runner.

Made in Mexico

  • 100% wool
  • All natural dyes
  • Size may vary slightly
  • Color(s) may vary slightly
  • Motif(s) may vary slightly
  • Free Gift Wrap? No
  • Premium Gift Wrap? Yes
  • 0.67 kgs
  • 1.5 lbs
  • 1.6 m L x 0.3 m W
  • 5.25 ft. L x 1 ft. W
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Gregorio Ruiz

Meet the Artist

Artfully crafted by Gregorio Ruiz from Mexico.

 

Meet the Artist

Gregorio Ruiz

Gregorio Ruiz

"I was born to weave; academia was definitely not for me! I remember skipping school with my friends to swim in the dams and pick guavas."

Latest Update"I like what I do, and I'm inspired by my surroundings and the culture here in Oaxaca. One of the... Latest Update

"I like what I do, and I'm inspired by my surroundings and the culture here in Oaxaca. One of the challenges I face is to become independent, have my own designs and select my color schemes. And I want my art to reach people from other places and be recognized, that our weaving tradition isn't lost.

"Now I really enjoy being with my children and playing with them. I like to plant fruit trees and take care of them and, when there is more time, to read and devote more time to the passions that give me life and allow me to grow.

"I feel very grateful and excited when you acquire original crafts from Mexican artisans. Each of my weavings is made with love and patience. I'll continue working to create designs and colors full of joy and the human touch.

"I feel happy to display my handwoven Zapotec rugs and accessories, and make them known to the whole world. Thank you!"

Original Artisan Story

"I am the youngest son in a family of weavers from Teotitlan del Valle, and I learned to weave from my parents and brothers. I would watch them prepare the yarn, how they dyed it with natural colors, and thread them on the loom. I feel very proud to preserve this art, which my parents learned from my grandparents. My father and brothers are featured artists too.

"I began weaving my own Zapotec wool rugs when I finished middle school and, since then, I've shown my work in different exhibitions and art fairs in Oaxaca and throughout the country. The recognition and congratulations I have received from clients and friends has been amazing!

"What I enjoy most about weaving is the creative aspect, from designing a rug to weaving it. I wove my first rug when I was 13 years old and I remember my father being so pleased with it that he didn't hesitate in taking it with him to sell. In 1966, I started my own workshop, and my wool weavings have traveled beyond Mexico's frontiers. I combine natural elements, like flowers, plants, seeds and tree bark when I prepare the dyes I'll use for a specific design. I use lime and salt to fix the colors. I recycle the remaining water so I get different shades of a particular color.

"I describe my work as unique and admirable – I love what I do! The culture and natural environment of Oaxaca inspire me. But it was a great challenge to break away and start on my own, trying to be an independent weaver with my own creative identity.

"I was born to weave — academia was definitely not for me! I remember skipping school with my friends to swim in the lakes and pick guavas. Nowadays I love playing with my children and together we are planting trees. If I have the time, I do like to read.

"My thanks go to all of you for your interest in our handwoven work. I will never stop creating new designs and color combinations, which I hope you like. I am happy to be able to count on you to show my rugs to the whole world."

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WOMEN S M L XL XXL
4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22
BUST 35 - 36 37 - 38 39 - 41 42 - 44 46 - 48
WAIST 27 - 28 29 - 30 31 - 33 34 - 36 38 - 40
HIPS 37 - 38 39 - 40 42 - 43 45 - 46 49 - 50
MEN S M L XL XXL
CHEST 36 - 38 39 - 41 42 - 44 46 - 48 50 - 52
WAIST 30 - 32 32 - 34 35 - 37 38 - 41 43 - 45
NECK 14 - 14.5 15 - 15.5 16 - 16.5 17 - 17.5 18 - 18.5
SLEEVE 32.5 33.5 34.5 35.5 36.5
FINDING YOUR SIZE

Take your measurements with the tape measure over your under garments. If your measurements fall between sizes you may prefer the next larger size. Inseam, skirt and dress lengths vary by style and will be listed in the item description. Our sweaters are knit in standard American sizes, however actual measurements vary by style.

BUST / CHEST

Measure around the fullest part of chest under the arms and over the shoulder blades keeping the tape measure level.

WAIST

Measure around the smallest part of the waist keeping the tape measure comfortably loose. Most garments use the low waist measurement noted below.

LOW WAIST

Measure around the body approximately 1.5" below the natural waist (above). This is the area where most pants and skirts actually fit.

HIPS

Standing with your heels together, measure around the fullest part of the body approx 7"-8" below the waist.

NECK

Measure around the base of the neck keeping the tape measure comfortably loose.

SLEEVE

Bend elbow slightly and starting at the center back of the neck, measure across the shoulder, to the elbow and down to the wrist.

INSEAM

Our standard inseam length for women is 32" and 34" for men; however inseam measurements will vary slightly by style.

 

Belts with buckles are measured in inches that correspond to a waist size however, most people do not wear belts on the waist, they wear them closer to the hips. A buckle belt measurement is take from the end of the "pin" of the buckle to the middle hole on the belt. Generally there are 5 holes for size adjustment, with a 1" space between each, so the middle hole will the be average size of the belt.

For at tie belt (no buckle) measure the belt portion end to end and half of the tie portion. This again is the medium size of the belt.

For a soft fabric tie belt it can be called "1 size fits most" and the entire length of the belt should be measured and listed.

See buckle/tie belt size standards below.

WOMEN S M L XL  
4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22
inches 26 - 30 28 - 32 31 - 35 34 - 38 38 - 42
cm 76 - 86 81.5 - 91.5 86.5 - 96.5 91.5 - 101.5 96.5 - 106.5

+/- tolerance: 0.5 inches or 1.25 cm

MEN S M L XL XXL
inches 30 - 34 32 - 36 35 - 39 39 - 43 43 - 47
cm 81.5 - 91.5 86.5 - 96.5 91.5 - 101.5 96.5 - 106.5 109 - 119

+/- tolerance: 0.5 inches or 1.25 cm

Sash tie length

Lay sash/tie out flat away from the garment and measure from end to end.

Belt with buckle

Measure from the end of the pin of the buckle (where it touches the buckle) to the middle hole.

Belt without buckle

Measure from the belt portion end to end and half of the tie portion. This is will give you the medium size of the belt.

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